Taiwan — AI Regulations

23 MAR 2026 · Executive Order

Personal Data Incident Notification, Reporting and Response Measures

On 23 March 2026, the Personal Data Protection Commission Preparatory Office closed the public consultation, which had been open since 22 January 2026, on the Draft Personal Data Incident Notification, Reporting and Response Measures. The Draft Measures would establish obligations for public and non-public bodies upon becoming aware of a personal data incident involving theft, alteration, damage, loss, destruction, or leakage of personal data. It requires notification to affected data subject...

National Strategyjoin.gov.tw ↗

20 FEB 2026 · Working Paper

Taiwan AI Basic Act - Model for Asia

Taiwan's AI Basic Act offers a principle-based, innovation-forward governance framework that may inform Asia's AI regulation. It includes potential parallels with Hong Kong's approach and positions Taiwan as a leader in AI governance ahead of international developments.

Regional Leadership ·Model Frameworktechpolicy.press ↗

15 JAN 2026 · Other

US and Taiwan sign deal on reshoring of semiconductors to the US

Primary source (commerce.gov) dated 15 January 2026 in TW. See linked source for full text.

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14 JAN 2026 · Law / Act

Taiwan AI Basic Act - Enacted January 2026

Taiwan enacted the AI Basic Act (effective January 14, 2026) establishing a formal national AI governance framework balancing innovation and risk management. The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) oversees implementation, with a path toward Taiwan-specific LLM standards.

✓ ✓ OfficialNational AI Act ·Innovation ·Risk Management

14 JAN 2026 · Law / Act

Taiwan AI Basic Act comes into effect

Primary source (president.gov.tw) dated 14 January 2026 in TW. See linked source for full text.

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23 DEC 2025 · Law / Act

Taiwan passes AI Basic Act

AI Robot hand and human hand point to a brain inside a light bulb. (Reuters, Alamy image)

Data Privacy & Protection ·Cybersecuritytaiwannews.com.tw ↗

18 NOV 2025 · Other

MAC warns about Chinese AI models

Primary source (nsb.gov.tw) dated 18 November 2025 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialCybersecurity ·Defense & National Securitynsb.gov.tw ↗

20 SEP 2025 · Other

Taiwan legislative session opens with AI focus

A new legislative session began yesterday, with the Cabinet pledging to prioritize 30 bills, including a basic law on artificial intelligence (AI) and amendments to protect underwater infrastructure, while opposition parties outlined their own agendas.

Generative AI ·Data Privacy & Protectiontaipeitimes.com ↗

28 AUG 2025 · Law / Act

Executive Yuan passes AI Basic Act, now sent to Legislative Yuan for review

Primary source (ey.gov.tw) dated 28 August 2025 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialSandbox ·Cybersecurityey.gov.tw ↗

04 AUG 2025 · Other

2025 APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Statement

APEC 2025 Digital and AI Ministerial Statement “Digital and AI Transformation toward Prosperity and Sustainable Growth for All” Incheon, Republic of Korea, 4-6 August 2025

Cybersecurityapec.org ↗

18 JUL 2025 · Working Paper

Fair Trade Commission opened consultation on inquiry into generative AI and competition policy

Primary source (ftc.gov.tw) dated 18 July 2025 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialAntitrust & Competition ·Generative AIftc.gov.tw ↗

15 JUN 2025 · Other

Taiwan imposes export controls on Huawei, SMIC

Primary source (trade.gov.tw) dated 15 June 2025 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialDefense & National Securitytrade.gov.tw ↗

17 APR 2025 · Law / Act

Legislative hearing into Taiwan AI basic law

Experts yesterday urged lawmakers to facilitate the development of a generative artificial intelligence (AI) system that utilizes Taiwan-centric Chinese language content amid a push to pass tech-friendly copyright laws.

Data Privacy & Protection ·Copyright & Iptaipeitimes.com ↗

03 MAR 2025 · Other

President Trump and TSMC announce $100 billion plan to build five new US factories

Today, President Donald J. Trump joined Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) CEO C.C. Wei to announce a historic $100 billion investment by TSMC in its Arizona-based semiconductor chips manufacturing operation — the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history.

✓ ✓ OfficialChips & Data Centreswhitehouse.gov ↗

03 FEB 2025 · Other

Taiwan bans government agencies and critical infrastructure from using DeepSeek

Primary source (moda.gov.tw) dated 3 February 2025 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialCybersecurity ·Generative AI ·Defense & National Securitymoda.gov.tw ↗

31 JAN 2025 · Executive Order

Ministry of Digital Affairs order blocking use of DeepSeek products in government agencies and critical infrastructure

On 31 January 2025, the Ministry of Digital Affairs adopted an order restricting government agencies and critical infrastructure from using DeepSeek's products. The order aims to protect national information and communications security, addressing concerns about cross-border data transmission and potential information leakage due to DeepSeek's Chinese origin. The order applies to all government entities and critical infrastructure, restricting the use of generative artificial intelligence for...

✓ ✓ OfficialNational Strategymoda.gov.tw ↗

28 JAN 2025 · Other

Trump to tariff chips made In Taiwan, targeting TSMC

President Trump spoke to House Republicans holding an Issues Conference at the Trump National Doral Resort in Miami, Florida.

Chips & Data Centresc-span.org ↗

10 NOV 2024 · News / Press

US ordered TSMC to halt shipments to China of chips used in AI applications

News report (reuters.com, 10 November 2024) regarding AI policy activity in TW. See linked article for details.

Defense & National Securityreuters.com ↗

15 JUL 2024 · Law / Act

Taiwan launches public consultation into an AI law

人工智慧基本法草案目的為訂定具有指標與引導功能之基本原則，建構人工智慧技術與應用之良善環境，並作為引導我國各機關發展與促進人工智慧應用之原則，有關各界提供相關建議，將納入草案規劃評估參考，研議適當法條文字。

✓ ✓ OfficialNational Strategyjoin.gov.tw ↗

20 JUN 2024 · Standard / Framework

Taiwan FSC releases guidelines for the use of AI in the financial industry

Primary source (fsc.gov.tw) dated 20 June 2024 in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialData Privacy & Protectionfsc.gov.tw ↗

15 JUN 2024 · Law / Act

Taiwan drafts AI law focusing on human rights

Primary source (tw.news.yahoo.com) dated 15 June 2024 in TW. See linked source for full text.

Data Privacy & Protection ·Generative AItw.news.yahoo.com ↗

23 MAY 2024 · Law / Act

Draft of Taiwan's AI governing law expected in 2024

（中央社記者張璦台北23日電）國科會主委吳誠文今天表示，希望加速在10月底前把台灣的AI基本法草案送到行政院，演進快速的AI技術是一把雙面刃，草案的制定除要保護使用者隱私與人權、安全，也不能忽略產業發展，兩者必須兼顧。

National Strategycna.com.tw ↗

18 MAY 2024 · Other

Ministry of Digital Affairs notice of joining Global CAPE

On 18 May 2024, the Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) announced that the country is joining the Global Cooperation Arrangement for Privacy Enforcement (Global CAPE) to facilitate cross-border cooperation in the enforcement of Data Protection and Privacy Laws with international partners. The Global CAPE was established with the aim of facilitating cross-border data transfers and providing mutual assistance and cooperation between jurisdictions to combat illegal activities and prevent infringe...

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31 MAR 2022 · Other

Taiwan Fair Trade Commission White Paper on Competition Policy in the Digital Economy

On 31 March 2022, the consultation on the White Paper on Competition Policy in the Digital Economy by the Fair Trade Commission of Taiwan closed. The White Paper explores the challenges in adapting conventional market assessments to the digital economy, the relationship between data protection and market competition and the legality of platform operators' practices such as self-preferencing, tying, predatory pricing, price discrimination, Most-Favored-Nation Clause, resale price maintenance, ...

Competitionftc.gov.tw ↗

07 JAN 2021 · Executive Order

Amendment to the Patent Examination Guidelines for Computer Software-Related Inventions

The new Taiwan Patent Examination Guidelines are put into effect on July 1, 2021. The stated goal is to improve the protection of the computer software-related inventions. This will allegedly be achieved through clear guidelines for the patenting of the computer software-related inventions and material criteria for the determination of an innovation. Finally, new example cases, including some on AI, are added to the Examination Guidelines in an effort to make the Guidelines more practical and...

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National Strategy

AI Product and System Evaluation Centre (AIEC)

AI law in Taiwan: Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) established the AI Product and System Evaluation Centre on December 6, 2023 to provide certification mechanisms and evaluation guidelines for AI products and systems. The centre evaluates AI across ten critical aspects including safety, fairness, and privacy, aligning with European and American AI standards....

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Law / Act

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

AI law in Taiwan: Taiwan's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is the primary legislation governing the collection, processing, and use of personal data. The Act applies to both government agencies and private entities, establishing data subject rights, controller obligations, and penalties for violations. Most recently amended in May 2023, it provides foundational privacy protections relevant to AI systems processing personal data....

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National Strategy

Taiwan AI Action Plan 2.0 (2023-2026)

AI law in Taiwan: Taiwan's comprehensive AI strategy approved by the Executive Yuan in 2023, building on the success of AI Action Plan 1.0 (2018-2021). The plan commits approximately NT$9-10 billion annually to develop Taiwan's AI ecosystem, with a target to grow the AI industry to over NT$250 billion by 2026, leveraging semiconductor strengths for generative AI development....

✓ ✓ OfficialNational Strategyenglish.ey.gov.tw ↗

Law / Act

AI Basic Act (Draft)

AI law in Taiwan: Taiwan's AI Basic Act is landmark draft legislation establishing the foundational framework for AI governance in Taiwan. Built on seven core principles—transparency, privacy, autonomy, fairness, cybersecurity, sustainable development, and accountability—the bill aims to position Taiwan as an 'Island of Artificial Intelligence' while ensuring responsible AI development....

✓ ✓ OfficialNational Strategynstc.gov.tw ↗

National Strategy

Taipei Smart City AI Initiative

AI law in Taiwan: The Taipei Smart City AI Initiative integrates AI across urban services, establishing governance, infrastructure, and implementation to foster an AI-driven, citizen-centric metropolis....

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National Strategy

AI policy update — Taiwan AI Action Plan 2.0 (2023)

Primary source (ai.taiwan.gov.tw) in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialPublic Sector & Governanceai.taiwan.gov.tw ↗

National Strategy

AI policy update — Taiwan AI Action Plan (2018)

Primary source (english.ey.gov.tw) in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialPublic Sector & Governanceenglish.ey.gov.tw ↗

Other

AI Basic Act

Primary source (ey.gov.tw) in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialSandbox ·Data Privacy & Protection ·Defense & National Securityey.gov.tw ↗

Law / Act

Unmanned Vehicle Technology Innovation and Experiment Act (2018)

Primary source (law.moj.gov.tw) in TW. See linked source for full text.

✓ ✓ OfficialSandboxlaw.moj.gov.tw ↗

Law / Act

Financial Technology Development and Innovative Experimentation Act (2018)

Primary source (law.moj.gov.tw) in TW. See linked source for full text.

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Law / Act

Taiwan has embraced a holistic approach to developing an AI environment

Taiwan has embraced a holistic approach to developing an AI environment. The government executive passed a draft of its AI Basic Act, which prioritizes innovation and technological advancement. The act largely follows a riskbased approach to regulating AI while also emphasizing data protection, consumer rights and transparency requirements. Taiwan's government has issued the following resources for policy guidance: · National Science and Technology Council's policy discussing AI innovation · AI Taiwan Action Plan · AI Taiwan Action Plan 2.0 · 2022 AI-Readiness Assessment Report

Data Privacy & Protection